Ormeau Hills

Ormeau Hills lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Ormeau Hills is around 4,858. This reflects an increase since the 2021 Census figure of 4,521 people, a rise of 337 individuals or approximately 7.5%. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 4,827 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025, along with an additional 71 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 564 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Ormeau Hills has shown resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 5.5%, outpacing its SA3 area. Natural growth contributed approximately 43.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including overseas migration and interstate migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted, applying proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort released in 2023. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is projected for the suburb of Ormeau Hills, expected to grow by 690 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total increase of approximately 13.6% over the 16 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Ormeau Hills according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Ormeau Hills averaged approximately 10 new dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years (FY-21 to FY-25), totalling an estimated 54 homes. As of FY-26, there have been 5 approvals recorded. On average, around 10.7 people moved to the area annually for each dwelling built during this period. This supply lag indicates heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures, with new properties constructed at an average expected cost value of $371,000.

In FY-26, there have been $85,000 in commercial approvals, suggesting minimal commercial development activity. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Ormeau Hills has significantly less development activity (74.0% below regional average per person). This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings. Nationally, Ormeau Hills also reflects lower development activity, potentially indicating market maturity or possible development constraints. New development consists of 83.0% detached houses and 17.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low density character focused on family homes. This marks a significant shift from existing housing patterns (currently 99.0% houses), suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs.

The estimated population per dwelling approval is approximately 945 people. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Ormeau Hills is expected to grow by 659 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Ormeau Hills has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Five projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the area significantly: Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail, Coomera Connector Stage 1 Corridor Upgrades, Ormeau Goldmine Road and Lahrs Road Intersection Upgrade, Elevate Estate - Ormeau Hills, and Montaine Park - Eggersdorf Road, Ormeau.

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Employment conditions in Ormeau Hills rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Ormeau Hills has a skilled workforce with the construction sector being particularly well-represented. As of December 2025, its unemployment rate is 2.1%, having seen an estimated employment growth of 1.7% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. By December 2025, 2,765 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 2.0% lower than Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation stands at 78.3%, significantly higher than Regional Qld's 64.5%. According to Census responses, 15.3% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The area shows notable concentration in manufacturing, with employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence with only 0.2% employment compared to Regional Qld's 4.5%. Over a 12-month period ending December 2025, employment increased by 1.7% and labour force grew by 1.5%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.1 percentage points. This contrasts with Regional Qld where employment rose by 0.7%, the labour force grew by 1.0%, and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Ormeau Hills' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localised population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

Ormeau Hills' suburb income level is higher than average nationally according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year ended June 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Ormeau Hills was $60,167, with an average income of $70,569. These figures compare to Regional Qld's median income of $53,146 and average income of $66,593 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year ended June 2023, current estimates for Ormeau Hills would be approximately $67,002 (median) and $78,586 (average) as of March 2026. According to Census 2021 income data, household, family and personal incomes in Ormeau Hills rank highly nationally, between the 77th and 83rd percentiles. Income distribution shows that 43.4% of locals (2,108 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 category, reflecting a pattern seen in the broader area where 31.7% occupy this range. High housing costs consume 17.0% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 80th percentile nationally. The suburb's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Ormeau Hills is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Ormeau Hills' dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, was 99.1% houses and 0.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Ormeau Hills stood at 16.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 57.6% and rented ones at 25.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,076, higher than Regional Qld's average of $1,655. Median weekly rent in Ormeau Hills was $450, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Ormeau Hills' mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,076 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Ormeau Hills features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 87.2% of all households, including 49.2% couples with children, 26.4% couples without children, and 10.5% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 12.8%, with lone person households at 10.6% and group households making up 2.4%. The median household size is 3.1 people, larger than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

Ormeau Hills demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Ormeau Hills trail has educational qualifications that lag behind regional benchmarks. As of 2016, 23.0% of residents aged 15 and above held university degrees, compared to Australia's 30.4%. This gap indicates potential for educational development and skill enhancement. Bachelor degrees were the most common at 16.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%).

Trade and technical skills were prominent, with 44.4% of residents aged 15 and above holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (14.2%) and certificates (30.2%). Educational participation was notably high, with 33.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education as of 2017. This included 12.4% in primary education, 9.0% in secondary education, and 4.9% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Ormeau Hills has ten active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by a single route, collectively offering 94 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 340 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its residential nature. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 94%. Vehicle ownership averages 2.0 per dwelling, higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 15.3% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 13 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately nine weekly trips per individual stop.

Ormeau Hills's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data shows relatively positive outcomes for Ormeau Hills residents. AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and health conditions reveals results broadly in line with national benchmarks.

The prevalence of common health conditions is quite low among the general population but higher than the nation's average across older, at-risk cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very high, found to be approximately 55% of the total population (around 2,679 people), compared to 52.5% across Regional Qld. The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and asthma, impacting 7.8% and 7.3% of residents respectively. A total of 76.2% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Working-age residents show notably healthy outcomes with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 8.4% of residents aged 65 and over (408 people), which is lower than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Ormeau Hills was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Ormeau Hills has cultural diversity above average, with 13.1% speaking a language other than English at home and 27.7% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion, comprising 46.0%. The category 'Other' is overrepresented at 1.8%, compared to Regional Qld's 0.8%.

In ancestry, English comprises 29.2%, Australian 26.6%, and Other 9.0%. Notable divergences include Maori at 2.3% (vs regional 0.8%), New Zealand at 1.6% (vs regional 0.9%), and South Australian at 1.1% (vs regional 0.5%).

Ormeau Hills hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Ormeau Hills's median age is 32 years, which is lower than Regional Queensland's average of 41 and Australia's median of 38. Compared to Regional Queensland, Ormeau Hills has a higher percentage of residents aged 0-4 (10.3%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (5.8%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the proportion of residents aged 15-24 increased from 11.9% to 13.7%, while those aged 5-14 decreased from 16.8% to 15.1%. The percentage of residents aged 45-54 also dropped from 12.3% to 11.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Ormeau Hills's age profile will change significantly. The 25-34 cohort is projected to grow by 32%, adding 247 residents to reach a total of 1,010. Conversely, the 15-24 group is expected to decrease by 50 residents.